Winter Sustainability Technician

Description

Join the Team: Winter Sustainability Technician
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area — Boise National Forest, ID | Full-Time, Seasonal (December–April)

Are you passionate about climate action and reducing waste? Do you love outdoor recreation and want to make a positive impact on the future of recreation? Join Bogus Basin's growing Sustainability team and help shape a better future! As a participant in the National Ski Area Association's Climate Challenge, Bogus Basin is committed to taking climate action and encouraging our community to do the same. Under the direction of the Sustainability & Stewardship Coordinator, the Winter Sustainability Technician will support daily sustainability tasks as well as community sustainability events and education programs.

Why Bogus Basin?
Where Mountain Life Meets City Living: Just 16 miles from Boise, Bogus Basin offers the unique opportunity to work in the mountains while living in one of the fastest-growing and most livable cities in the U.S. With vibrant neighborhoods, a thriving downtown, and endless outdoor recreation, it’s the perfect mix of adventure and convenience.

Mission-Driven, Community-Focused: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Bogus Basin reinvests every dollar earned into affordable outdoor recreation, education, and sustainability efforts that benefit the entire community. Our values of kindness, respect, professionalism, and fun shape a workplace where everyone is welcome.

Unbeatable Access to the Outdoors: Employees enjoy daily access to a four-season recreation area in the Boise National Forest. From skiing and snowboarding to trail exploration and sustainability initiatives, your work directly connects with nature and community impact.

How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Winter Sustainability Technician, you’ll be part of Bogus Basin’s efforts to reduce waste, improve recycling and composting, and educate the public on climate action. You’ll play a hands-on role in advancing the resort’s sustainability goals while supporting community events and environmental programs.

A Day in the Life
Your day might begin with sorting and transporting recycling and compost across the mountain before delivering materials to partners in the Treasure Valley. You’ll maintain waste stations and signage, contribute to data collection for greenhouse gas reporting, and help plan events like gear repair workshops. Depending on the day, you might also lead environmental education activities, survey guests about sustainability, or assist with winter stewardship projects like brush clearing along trails.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Sort and transport recyclable and compostable materials around the mountain.
• Deliver waste diversion materials to Treasure Valley partners via truck and trailer.
• Maintain waste stations and signage.
• Perform seasonal waste audit.
• Develop and/or support sustainability events such as gear repair workshops and climate action presentations.
• Provide support and data analysis for annual greenhouse gas reporting.
• Assist with coordinating and communicating with volunteers.
   

Non-Essential Functions of the Job

• Survey guests to gauge perception and effectiveness of sustainability programs.
• Use hand and power tools to assist in brush clearing along snowshoe trails. 
• Lead occasional winter environmental education programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You Bring to Bogus Basin

• Academic or professional background in sustainability, environmental science, environmental education, conservation, leadership, or related field.
• Must be at least 20 years of age with a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to safely operate a truck and trailer in wintry conditions.
• Passion for the Bogus Basin Mission.
• Excellent verbal and written science communication skills.
• Desire to care for open spaces and the environment.
• Ability to ski or snowboard on up to intermediate terrain.
• Comfortable communicating with the public about sustainability initiatives.
• Background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Biology, Botany, or related field.
• CPR/First Aid certification, Wilderness First Aid certification, or higher.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. 
• Hike on and off trail in snowshoes up to 4 miles.
• Operate vehicles including vans, trucks, trailers, four-wheelers, and side-by-sides.

Working Conditions and Schedule

• Majority of time outdoors in all weather conditions including snow, wind, and cold.
• Full-time seasonal schedule: 40 hours per week. Either Monday–Friday (8 hrs/day) or Monday–Thursday (10 hrs/day), with occasional required weekends.

What We Offer

• Seasonal full-time pay for 40 hours per week.
• Free or discounted access to mountain recreation and employee perks.
• Opportunities to support climate action and sustainability leadership.
• Professional growth through environmental education and stewardship programs.

Be Part of Something Bigger
Join a passionate team making a measurable impact on climate action and sustainability in the outdoor recreation industry. As a Winter Sustainability Technician, your work will directly support Bogus Basin’s mission and inspire positive change in the community.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Bogus Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Application assistance available upon request.